Miller rose to popularity in the early 2010s with an experimental approach to Southern hip hop. His debut album Mista Thug Isolation gained him notoriety in the underground hip hop scene. Since then, he has experimented with a number of styles within and outside the hip hop genre, most recently releasing the indie rock album Volcanic Bird Enemy and the Voiced Concern. His other work spans genres including instrumental and abstract hip hop, black metal, free jazz and noise music.
Career
Miller began recording music in the 2000s under a number of aliases. Much of his early music cannot be found today on the internet, however some of it has been re-released, such as on his Register compilation album. Some of his early work included the black metal projects Vudmurk and Seidhr, the industrial and noise projects Across, Public Garden and Rats, and the underground hip hop group The Legacy, during which time he rapped under the name Young Gus.
Miller began releasing hip hop under the name Lil Ugly Mane on Bandcamp and producing beats for himself and other artists under the name Shawn Kemp in 2010, releasing his debut mixtape Playaz Circle in 2011. His early work under the Lil Ugly Mane name drew on various styles of underground Southern hip hop from the 1990s such as Memphis rap and chopped and screwed. His style was similar to that of the contemporaneous Raider Klan collective, with whom he collaborated. His 2012 debut album Mista Thug Isolation earned positive reviews from Mishka NYC, among others and support from members of the popular hip hop collective Odd Future. The album has since been hailed as a classic of the 2010s underground hip hop scene, earning later praise from Pitchfork and The Needle Drop. The album was followed by a number of smaller releases, including the Uneven Compromise EP, which is ranked in the top 10 greatest EPs of all time by user-generated music review site RateYourMusic, and the single "On Doing an Evil Deed Blues", in which he outlined his grievances with the music industry and his intention to retire the Lil Ugly Mane project.
Miller announced he would release one final album under the Lil Ugly Mane name, and began sporadically releasing compilations of beats and older material on Bandcamp, including the Three Sided Tape series, the final installment of which, Third Side of Tape, received positive coverage from Anthony Fantano of The Needle Drop among others. In 2015, Miller released what was intended to be the final Lil Ugly Mane album – Oblivion Access and the final Shawn Kemp project – Trick Dice, a collaboration with rapper Nickelus F. Oblivion Access saw Lil Ugly Mane taking a more experimental approach divorced from his earlier '90s Southern rap influences.
In 2017, Miller announced he would continue rapping under the name Bedwetter and released his debut project under the name – Vol. 1: Flick Your Tongue Against Your Teeth and Describe the Present. The album continued with the more introspective and experimental style of Oblivion Access. Around the same time however, Miller began rapping under the Lil Ugly Mane name again as part of the group Secret Circle with Antwon and Wiki. After releasing a few singles, the group disbanded and scrapped their debut album due to a personal falling out. Miller began working with the remaining members of GothBoiClique, however then appeared to go on hiatus, only releasing small collections of older material sporadically.
In 2021, Miller began releasing new music under the Lil Ugly Mane name. He released the single "Headboard", followed by "Porcelain Slightly" and then his third major release under the Lil Ugly Mane name – Volcanic Bird Enemy and the Voiced Concern, which was covered positively by Sputnik Music and Stereogum. Around the same time, Miller released a new black metal demo under the Vudmurk name.
Twistin
Lil Ugly Mane Lyrics
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Yes, I'd like to report a murder a dead body
Or something where at?
In the alley"
Rollin' in my hood, twistin' on them Ds
Hangin' with my partners
Tossin' forties on the corner
Hangin' with my partners
Tossin' forties on the corner
Rollin' in my hood, twistin' on them Ds
Hangin' with my partners
Tossin' forties on the corner
Rollin' in my hood, twistin' on them Ds
Hangin' with my partners
Tossin' forties on the corner
KLVN 1999, Raven Miyagi i stay on my grind
Ever since they took Chyne
I break out that Nine, aim it and cock it
Don't fuck nigga drop it, I shoot it
They pop it
I lay down the line just like a pipe
Like a blunt gettin' sliced at
The end of a scythe
Grim to the reaper, I'm 'bout to get deeper
Blackland, Carol City my shit day and night
Bitch, fuck a man on the moon
I'm Captain Planet, I'm plantin' the shrooms
Evacuate the fuckin' premises lyricists
Evidence running with Raider Klan goons
All black Ugly Mane
Just like from Memphis, I'm makin' a stang
Hoes talk that shit, and they always run game
But when niggas beckon
They screaming yo name
Fuck them stupid hoes
Really that's the way it goes
I bought Triple Six and
Outkast's Greatest Hit's
So niggas can't touch me, a friend or a foe
And Slikk, I fucked up yo shit, young nigga
Yo ass gone lame
I'm the best outta Carol City
Ever since Gunplay denzel Curry, ho
Rollin' in my hood, twistin' on them Ds
Hangin' with my partners
Tossin' forties on the corner
Rollin' in my hood, twistin' on them Ds
Hangin' with my partners
Tossin' forties on the corner
Rollin' in my hood, twistin' on them Ds
Hangin' with my partners
Tossin' forties on the corner
Rollin' in my hood, twistin' on them Ds
Hangin' with my partners
Tossin' forties on the corner
Listen young man, I can pop you with one hand
Rob you with the other, Ugly Mane
I go dumb ham i'm a one man
Unaffiliated private institution
Don't confuse it
Me and Raider Klan is tight as nooses
All black Zeus-in'
It gets gruseome if you slippin'
Leave you imprisoned inside a chalk
Line around your final position
Got this forty that I'm sippin'
'cause it's boring with no competition
I'm slidin' through the hood on
These Ds that I'm twistin'
This is for the playas
This is for the runners
This is for them hustlers
Smokin' herb in abundance
Flippin' nothin less than onions
Pullin' guns as big as Paul Bunyon
We keep it more than underground
We in the dungeon
Rollin' in my hood, twistin' on them Ds
Hangin' with my partners
Tossin' forties on the corner
Rollin' in my hood, twistin' on them Ds
Hangin' with my partners
Tossin' forties on the corner
Rollin' in my hood, twistin' on them Ds
Hangin' with my partners
Tossin' forties on the corner
Rollin' in my hood, twistin' on them Ds
Hangin' with my partners
Tossin' forties on the corner
The lyrics of "Twistin in 2-3" by LIL UGLY MANE Feat. DENZEL CURRY present a picture of life in the hood, where one hangs out with friends, tosses forties on the corner, and twists on them Ds. The chorus is a representation of the activities that take place in a typical hood with the Ds and the drinks representing the lifestyle. The rap artiste highlights that they are from KLVN 1999, Raven Miyagi and that they stay on their grind. They also reference Chyne's death and allude to taking revenge with a gun.
The lyrics are packed with violent imagery that portrays a life of crime and gangs. The artiste talks about breaking out a nine, which refers to a gun, and shooting at those who piss them off. The rapper also references the Raider Klan, an underground rap group from Miami, Florida, that had a significant influence on his style. He talks about his affiliation with them and their tight-knit relationship. The rapper uses grimey language that some might find offensive, with frequent use of the n-word.
The song's overall meaning and message are open to interpretation, but it is clear that it is referencing the street life of Miami's Carol City neighborhood. The lyrics are a reflection of the harsh realities of inner-city life, with crime, violence, and drugs being ever-present.
Line by Line Meaning
LAPD police Station
Opening line of a call to report a murder or dead body.
Yes, I'd like to report a murder a dead body
Caller confirms the purpose of the call, which is to report a murder.
Or something where at?
The caller is asked for the location of the incident.
In the alley
The caller provides the location of the incident as an alley.
Rollin' in my hood, twistin' on them Ds
The artist is cruising in their neighborhood, turning on the rims of their car.
Hangin' with my partners
The singer is with their friends, or partners, while driving around the neighborhood.
Tossin' forties on the corner
The group is hanging out on the street corner, drinking 40 oz. beers.
KLVN 1999, Raven Miyagi i stay on my grind
An homage to their collective group (KLVN) and member (Raven Miyagi) that they work hard in their craft.
Ever since they took Chyne
Referring to a friend or someone from the community whose life was taken.
I break out that Nine, aim it and cock it
The artist is ready to use a gun for protection.
Don't fuck nigga drop it, I shoot it
The singer is not afraid to use the firearm against someone who opposes them.
They pop it
The artist is willing to engage in a violent situation if necessary.
I lay down the line just like a pipe
The singer is straightforward and does not mince words. They state their position.
Like a blunt gettin' sliced at The end of a scythe
The singer uses a metaphor to describe their lyrical style.
Grim to the reaper, I'm 'bout to get deeper
The singer is dark and getting more intense, becoming more deep and complex.
Blackland, Carol City my shit day and night
The artist is proud and confident in their hometown of Carol City.
Bitch, fuck a man on the moon
The artist does not care for the mainstream and those who conform to it.
I'm Captain Planet, I'm plantin' the shrooms
The singer is a metaphorical superhero; planting the seeds and ideas that will grow.
Evacuate the fuckin' premises lyricists
The singer is dismissing and telling other rappers to clear out.
Evidence running with Raider Klan goons
The group is running with a dangerous crowd and is not to be messed with.
All black Ugly Mane
Ugly Mane is in all black attire.
Just like from Memphis, I'm makin' a stang
The artist is making moves and causing a stir like a muscle car from Memphis.
Hoes talk that shit, and they always run game
Women talk smack and play games with the singer.
But when niggas beckon They screaming yo name
When the artist is sought out, men are calling their name.
Fuck them stupid hoes
The singer has no interest in the games that women play.
Really that's the way it goes
This is just the reality of the situation in the singer's life.
I bought Triple Six and Outkast's Greatest Hit's
The singer has acquired some classic albums for their listening pleasure.
So niggas can't touch me, a friend or a foe
The artist is protected and no one can harm them or their loved ones.
And Slikk, I fucked up yo shit, young nigga
Slikk is going to have issues with the artist because of something they did to him.
Yo ass gone lame I'm the best outta Carol City
The singer is the best rapper from Carol City and mocks others for being less successful.
Ever since Gunplay denzel Curry, ho
The singer is naming other rappers from their area that are known and respected.
Listen young man, I can pop you with one hand
The artist threatens the listener with violence.
Rob you with the other, Ugly Mane
The artist is a multifaceted criminal and can rob the listener too.
I go dumb ham i'm a one man Unaffiliated private institution
The artist is a powerhouse and strong alone.
Don't confuse it Me and Raider Klan is tight as nooses
The singer is close and loyal to their group, and is not to be messed with.
All black Zeus-in'
The artist is powerful and important, like the Greek god.
It gets gruseome if you slippin'
The singer will be merciless if someone makes a mistake against them.
Leave you imprisoned inside a chalk
The singer threatens violence that will result in the victim being outlined by the police.
Line around your final position
The victim will not be able to escape their fate.
Got this forty that I'm sippin' 'cause it's boring with no competition
The artist is bored and knows that no one can compete with them or their skill.
I'm slidin' through the hood on these Ds that I'm twistin'
The artist is cruising around the neighborhood on their customized car wheels.
This is for the playas This is for the runners This is for them hustlers Smokin' herb in abundance Flippin' nothin less than onions Pullin' guns as big as Paul Bunyon We keep it more than underground We in the dungeon
The singer is representing their lifestyle and the people associated with it: those who hustle, smoke weed, and carry large guns. They consider themselves as underground and destined for success.
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LYRICS:
[Hook] x4
Rollin' in my hood, twistin' on them Ds
Hangin' with my partners, tossin' 40s on the corner
[Verse 1: Denzel Curry]
Playa in 1999, Raven Myagi, I stay on my grind, and proceed to the shine
I break out that 9, aim it and cock it
Don’t fuck nigga drop it, I shoot it, they pop it
I lay down the line, just like a pipe
Like a blunt gettin sliced at the end of a scythe
Grim to the reeper, I’m bout to get deeper, Blackland, Carol City, my shit, day and night
Bitch, fuck a man on the moon, I’m Captain Planet, I’m plantin the shrooms
Evacuate the fuckin premises lyricists, evidence running with Raider Klan room
All black ugly mane, just like pro meth-heads I’m makin' a stain
Hoes talk that shit, and they always run game, but when niggas beckon, they screaming yo name
Fuck them stupid hoes
Really that’s the way it goes
I bought Triple 6 and Outkast Greatest Hits
So niggas can’t touch me, a friend or a foe
And, Slikk, I fucked up yo shit, young nigga, yo ass gone lame
I’m the best outta Carol City, ever since Gunplay
[Hook] x4
[Verse 2: Lil Ugly Mane]
Listen young man, i can pop' you with one hand, rob you with the other
Ugly mane, i go Dumb-head
I'm a one man unaffiliated private institution, don't confuse it
Me and Raider Klan is tight as nooses
All black Zeus'in it gets Gruseome if you slip it
Leave you emprisonned inside a chalk line around your final position
Got this 40 that I'm sippin', cose it's boring with no competition
I'm slidin' through the hood on these Ds that I'm twistin'
This is for the playas, this is for the runners, this is for them hustlas smokin' herbs in abundance
Flippin' nothin less than onions
Pullin guns as big as paul Bunyon
We keep it more than underground, we in a Dungeon
[Hook] x4
@cameronlenox3173
in da allay
@BakedBeanieSigel
+Cameron Lenox inah alley.
@TheGre3nT3am
well I'd like to report murder, or a dead body, or something.
@nealkelly9880
All black, Ugly Mane
@tmillz120
* yes uhh..id like to uh uh report a dead body or sumtin...where ahht??....innnn daaa allyyyy
@leonjamerson4574
The caller was actually the killer which is crazy
@xobile.123
That is the most 90s Memphis rap album cover I've ever seen
@cyberdemon3506
Popeye Pnnnto it doesn’t really fit his style, so I’m glad he changed it
@landonricketts4309
Popeye Pnnnto travis lame anyway
@botdog370
Landon Ricketts nah